Qatar

Qatar’s Islamic finance assets grow 4.1 percent YoY to $187.6 billion in 2024

Islamic banks accounted for 87.4 percent of total Islamic finance assets 

MWC25 Doha to kick off in November, drive Middle East’s digital transformation

Hosting MWC25 will help strengthen Qatar's role in digital collaboration and connect emerging technology ecosystems

Qatar leads MENA in public transport access with 91.7 percent coverage

UITP report highlights Qatar's public transport user experience, ranking alongside Amsterdam and Singapore.

Qatar and Kuwait sign agreement to avoid double taxation, promote investment

The deal establishes a legal framework for tax treaties to eliminate double taxation instances 

Qatar’s debt capital market to exceed $150 billion in medium term, says Fitch

Market expanded by 8 percent to $131.8 billion outstanding, dominated by the sovereign at nearly 60 percent

Qatar’s UCC Holding inks $7 billion deal with Syria to build five power plants

Qatar-led projects are expected to provide over 50 percent of Syria’s electricity needs

Qatar real estate: Trading volume exceeds $226.85 million in week

Sales activity concentrated in Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah, Doha, and other key municipalities

Eid al-Adha 2025 in Qatar: Holiday to extend from June 5 to June 9

Qatar's Eid holiday will extend from June 5 to June 9, giving residents a 5-day break from work

Qatar real estate: Trading volume exceeds $161.8 million in week

Residential unit sales during the same period amounted to $15.7 million showcasing demand

Qatar partners with Microsoft to launch AI-powered virtual assistants for improved government services

Smart Assistant streamlines processes by providing immediate responses and guidance without direct staff interaction

Qatar tourism contributes $15.1 billion to GDP in 2024 with 12 percent 2030 target

International visitors spent nearly $11 billion, with a 25 percent increase in arrivals noted

Qatar launches $1 billion incentives program to drive gloval investment, innovation

The program offers financial support covering up to 40 percent of eligible local investment expenses over five years

Eid al-Adha 2025: Qatar announces five-day holiday

The official holiday will extend from Dhu al-Hijjah 9 to 13, according to a recent cabinet decision

Qatar’s QIA to ramp up U.S. investments in AI, supply chains and industry, says CEO

The CEO also confirmed the QIA's interest in asset and portfolio management

Qatar Airways profit grows 28 percent to record $2.15 billion

Qatar Airways Cargo recorded a 17 percent growth in revenue and achieved the best financial results since the COVID pandemic

Trump departs UAE, concludes Gulf tour with over $2 trillion in investment agreements

Trump secured over $2 trillion in investment agreements with key Middle Eastern partners during his visit

Gulf sovereign wealth funds and the Santiago Principles: Navigating a new era

Funds from the region have largely operated with commercial considerations, emphasizing governance, independence, and long-term investment strategies

Qatar Airways places largest Dreamliner order in history—Boeing shares climb

The $96 billion deal sets new records as the largest wide-body order for Boeing, including the largest order for 787 Dreamliners

Trump, Qatar seal $1.2 trillion deal focusing on aviation, energy and tech

Qatar Airways signed a $96 billion agreement with Boeing and GE Aerospace to acquire up to 210 aircraft

Qatari Amir arrives in Riyadh for GCC-U.S. Summit

The summit aims to enhance Gulf cooperation and deepen the strategic U.S. partnership

Qatar, Hong Kong ink 35 agreements in key sectors to bolster trade and investment ties

MoUs will enhance cooperation in trade, the economy, investment promotion, tourism, technology and infrastructure

Trump’s Middle East trip to strengthen economic, strategic bonds with Gulf allies

Secretary Rubio will join the President during his trip to the Middle East to strengthen ties between the U.S.

Qatar Central Bank issues $796.4 million worth of bills

QCB detailed bill offerings, including QAR500 million maturing in 7 days at 4.61 percent

Qatar Central Bank sees 3.58 percent rise in foreign reserves to $70.5 billion in April 2025

The official reserves include bonds, foreign treasury bills, gold, and Special Drawing Rights (SDRs)